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Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Bake

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese Bake prepared dish

This creamy macaroni and cheese bake is a comforting dish perfect for gatherings. It features tender pasta enveloped in a rich cheese sauce, topped with a crispy breadcrumb layer. Serve it hot for a deliciously satisfying meal!

This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 50 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include elbow macaroni, milk, cheddar cheese, butter.
  • Follow all 10 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
  • 4 cups milk (whole)
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 4 tbsp butter (divided)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 tbsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, then whisk in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the milk while whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth and thickened.
  5. Stir in the cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese until melted and fully combined.
  6. Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper, then combine it with the cooked macaroni.
  7. Transfer the macaroni and cheese mixture to a greased baking dish.
  8. In a small bowl, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and mix it with the breadcrumbs, then sprinkle the mixture over the macaroni and cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
  10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 540
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Carbohydrates: 56 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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